Chief Executive Officer

Description:

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Chief Executive Officer to join this superb youth counselling service in Winchester City Centre where you will spearhead their senior management team and extend their support to even more children and young people.

About the role
The responsibilities as Chief Executive Officer will include:

Leadership

Lead a dynamic team of staff, counsellors, supervisors, and volunteers
Fostering an inclusive, innovative and supportive culture
Ensure services effectively meet evolving youth needs and demonstrate impact
Cultivate partnerships with funders, partners, service providers, and youth
Advocate for youth mental health awareness and change as the voice of the organisation
Financial Management

Manage financial resources, and demonstrate financial acumen for the charity's sustainability
Develop transparent and accountable financial plans and budgets
Steward resources responsibly, maximising impact on youth mental health through strategic investments
Resource Management

Motivate a core team from varied backgrounds, fostering collaboration, inclusivity and professional growth
Manage resources for efficient service delivery and organisational performance
Collaborate with stakeholders, leveraging collective resources and expertise from youth mental health organisations
Fundraising

Drive fundraising efforts for sustainable funding and diversified income
Represent the organisation at events, nurturing donor and partner relationships
Advocate for increased investment in youth mental health services
Governance

Collaborate with the Team and Board of Trustees to set strategic direction and ensure accountability
Provide accurate information and analysis for informed decision-making
Uphold governance standards and regulatory compliance
Promote transparency and stakeholder engagement in governance processes
About the rewards
In the role of Chief Executive Officer you will work 37 hours per week.  There is a salary on offer of £55,000 per annum and benefits include:

25 days per annum, plus Bank Holidays 
5% Pension
Flexible working subject to business need 
Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment
Continuous learning and development opportunities
We seek a remarkable leader with:

Passion and dedication to improving youth mental health and community wellbeing
Collaborative, inclusive leadership, fostering a supportive environment
Ability to integrate fresh ideas and innovative approaches
Excellent communication skills, building sustainable relationships
Entrepreneurial mindset, seeking effective ways to support mental health
Strong organisational and time management skills
Empathy and inclusivity in listening
Commitment to self-reflection and growth with support
Essential experience required

A successful track record in senior management in a growing non-profit organisation, ideally within a mental health charity
Understanding of small/mid-sized charity dynamics and youth mental health
Strong financial acumen for funding, budgeting, and resource management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills based on evidence
Presentation skills based on your own analysis
Leadership during transitions and change
Governance expertise and Board collaboration
Experience in safeguarding and diversity issues
About the organisation
Our client offers counselling, therapy, and mental health support to young people aged 11-25 in Winchester, along with guidance for parents and families. Their youth led services include one to one counselling, walk and talk, and nature therapy sessions. Additionally, they run a youth drop-in service in Winchester City Centre and provide support to parents through consultations and workshops. With recent substantial funding, they're poised for growth and seek a leader to drive their vision of expanding our impact on local youth mental health.

If you like the sound of this role and have the attributes needed, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply
Please note that eRecruitSmart is advertising the role of CEO on behalf of the Hiring Company and your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager who is responsible for the vacancy that you have applied to.   Please only apply if you consent to these terms.

You must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK.   Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted.  If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered